Principal's Post

Welcome Back

Welcome back to a new term and one where we have had such a variety of activity and learning.

The term started with teachers focusing on Professional Development and extension of the work we have been doing, in sync with the RSC Strategic Plan, particular emphasis was around literacy learning and the role that all teachers can play in adopting practices that better engage students in their learning. Mr Glen Pearsall was an excellent keynote to the day and followed with a further workshop. A major component of the program was also the Victorian Curriculum and preparing for its implementation across Years 7-10 in 2017.

We enjoyed a wonderful day for our Athletics sports on Wednesday and the new banners and many students in house colours and costumes added to the spectacle of the day.

The Performing Arts World Tour homecoming performance of “Made in Melbourne” was a reminder of the fantastic opportunities that are available to our students at Ringwood. The quality of the student performance was outstanding and my thanks to the team of teachers, in Mr Moody, Ms Borlase, Mr Kent, Mrs Stelfox, Mr Mackay and Mr Asbury, who led the tour and ensured that students returned safely after such a great adventure.

Our students led the whole school assembly on Thursday, which was dedicated to recognizing the importance of Anzac day and providing insights into what it was like as a young person just over 100 years ago and to consider how the world has changed since then. The Symphonic Band played beautifully and set a positive tone for such an important occasion. Student leaders from all year levels conducted the readings and hosted all items throughout the assembly.

As winter approaches, it is pleasing to see students sensibly wearing the winter uniform, which needs to be worn by all students by May 1st.

I would like to welcome a number of new staff members to the College in term 2. Ms Jessica Friend (PE and English), Ms Lucy Maxwell (English and Humanities) Ms Naomi Dyer (English), Ms Sarah Forster-Muir (English and Humanities), Ms Cathy Whelan (Food & Technology), Ms Hannah Geng (Multi Cultural Aide International Program),and Mrs Jill Murdoch (Foods Assistant) have all commenced in recent weeks.

Additionally, Mr Kyle Simkin will be acting as Assistant Principal in Term 2 working closely with the middle school team and replacing Mrs Hughes. His role as Director of Sport is being undertaken by Mrs Rachel Edwards. Ms Cathy Menz is the Senior Sub School Leader and Mr Jason Tan has been appointed  to the role of Year 11 Community Coordinator.

Michael Phillips